Caprese shrimp salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The combination of juicy shrimp, ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil creates a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This classic Italian salad is easy to make and can be customized to your liking, making it a versatile dish for any occasion.
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CAPRESE SHRIMP SALAD
This is a seafood caprese salad for special occasions, such as Christmas eve in Italy when we have one fish course after the other! It is made up of caramelized tomatoes, poached prawns, and buffalo mozzarella, with an added crunch from toasted breadcrumbs.
Provided by Roberta
Categories Salad Seafood Salad Recipes Shrimp Salad Recipes
Time 1h45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F (95 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place cherry tomatoes on the prepared baking sheet, cut side up; sprinkle with sugar and oregano.
- Bake in the preheated oven until completely wilted, about 1 hour.
- Meanwhile combine celery, carrot, onion, peppercorns, and salt in a saucepan. Add enough water to fill the saucepan halfway. Cover and bring to a boil for 10 minutes. Add shrimp and poach for 5 minutes. Drain, peel, and chop shrimp.
- Cut buffalo mozzarella into cubes; place in a colander or sieve to drain off excess water.
- Place bread in the bowl of a food processor and pulse to make breadcrumbs. Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add breadcrumbs and cook until crispy and golden in color, about 3 minutes.
- Mix the buffalo mozzarella cubes with cooked shrimp in a large bowl. Add chopped black olives and season to taste with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Arrange on a serving plate and top with caramelized tomatoes and toasted breadcrumbs. Drizzle with some more olive oil and garnish with basil leaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.3 calories, Carbohydrate 14.8 g, Cholesterol 86.1 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 16.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 268.4 mg, Sugar 4.4 g
CAPRESE SALAD
My husband and I love Caprese salad, but not the high prices we pay for it in restaurants. Here, we created our own version which tastes incredibly close, if not better, than any restaurant version we've tried. -Melissa Pearson, Sandy, Utah
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Arrange the tomatoes, cheese and basil on a serving platter. Whisk the vinaigrette ingredients; drizzle over salad. If desired, sprinkle with additional salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 161mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.
THE BEST CAPRESE SALAD
This classic Italian caprese salad is quintessential summer fare. Serve with a chilled white wine and enjoy in the sunshine or on a balmy summer evening!
Provided by ChefJackie
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Tomato Salad Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Arrange tomato slices, mozzarella slices, and basil leaves on a serving plate, alternating between them. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 405.2 calories, Carbohydrate 8.6 g, Cholesterol 72.6 mg, Fat 28.5 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 28.9 g, SaturatedFat 12.9 g, Sodium 748.4 mg, Sugar 4.9 g
ITALIAN SHRIMP CAPRESE PASTA
This colorful pasta dish is full of flavor and can be made in less than 30 minutes.
Provided by Anonymous
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Land O'Lakes, Inc.
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
- Melt Saute Express® squares in 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-low heat just until bubbles begin to form.
- Add shrimp.
- Saute 5-7 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Add pasta, tomatoes, mozzarella and basil; stir until coated and heated through. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 471 calories, Carbohydrate 44.6 g, Cholesterol 215.3 mg, Fat 17.4 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 35.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 729.3 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
Tips:
- For the freshest Caprese Shrimp Salad, use ripe, in-season tomatoes and basil.
- If you don't have fresh mozzarella, you can use a good quality store-bought variety.
- To save time, you can cook the shrimp ahead of time and chill them until ready to use.
- If you're using wooden skewers, be sure to soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before using to prevent them from burning.
- Serve the Caprese Shrimp Salad immediately after assembling so that the flavors are at their best.
Conclusion:
Caprese Shrimp Salad is a light, refreshing, and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer meal. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal preferences. Whether you're serving it as an appetizer, main course, or side dish, this salad is sure to be a hit.
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